Vail real estate benefits from excellent amenities.  From top notch spas and delectable dining options, to spectacular shopping and an array of entertainment, Vail has it all and it has it with style.

In Vail Village the days of uncomfortable movie seating are over.  New this year is the Solaris development which houses a movie theater, Cinebistro, which has luxurious leather seating and the option to order food and drink from your seat.  Another new feature of Solaris is Bol, a fabulous modern bowling alley where you can bowl a few rounds while enjoying delicious lobster pizza and a cosmopolitan.

Vail opened three new luxury properties this winter, Solaris, the Ritz Carlton, and the Four Seasons.  For those who want luxury, choices, and entertainment Vail real estate is the hottest ticket on Colorado’s western slope.  Contact me, Gil Fancher, today to learn more about the latest and greatest Vail real estate opportunities.

Don’t hesitate to call me, Gil Fancher, today at (970) 390-7469, for excellent service and information on Vail Real Estate! Visit www.vailmountainproperties.com for access to the Vail MLS and all Vail Valley Real Estate listings.

Auction Properties for Saturday July 25th

Mountain Star

18 Ground Plum Road

2 Acres – 10 min to ski mountain

4 Bedrooms
4.5 Bathrooms
6,035 Square Feet
Last List Price: $4,695,000
Minimum Bid Price: $3,175,000

48 McCoy Springs Road
Ski-in/Ski-out
7 Bedrooms
8.5 Bathrooms
7,373 Square Feet

Last List Price: $5,695,000
Minimum Bid Price: $3,350,000

82 McCoy Springs Road
Ski-in/Ski-out

7 Bedrooms
8.5 Bathrooms
7,758 Square Feet

Last List Price: $6,300,000
Minimum Bid Price: $3,800,000

83 McCoy Springs Road
Ski-in/Ski-out

6 Bedrooms
7.5 Bathrooms
7,945 Square Feet
List Price: $6,695,000
Minimum Bid Price: $3,850,000

50 Eagle Feather Drive
Golf Course Property

4 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
6,000 Square Feet

List Price: $4,650,000
Minimum Bid Price: $2,975,000

600 Highway 131
18 Acre Equestrian Estate w indoor riding arena

5 Bedrooms
6.5 Bathrooms
5,030 Square Feet

Orig List Price: $5,950,000
Minimum Bid Price: $3,175,000
Please feel free to give me a call if you have any more questions: 970-390-7469. I hope to hear from you.

Sincerely,

Gil Fancher
Sonnenalp Real Estate
Christie’s Great Estates

There is no better time to be in the mountains.  The flowers are blooming, the grass is green and it’s a great time to enjoy the outdoors.  If you like to golf there are deals everywhere.  If you like to bike and hike it’s perfect, because although it is warm you can still go out in the middle of the day without overheating.  The fish are biting in the Vail Valley and the restaurants are running specials.

Eagle-Vail is one community which is alive at this time of year.  People are walking, kids are on their bikes and the golf course is open.  All of the different flowering tress are in bloom and Eagle-Vail looks beautiful.

If you are interested in real estate in Eagle-Vail contact Gil Fancher today, (970) 390-7469.  Gil is extremely knowledgeable and experienced when it comes to real estate in the Vail Valley and can help you find the perfect home in the area that best suits your needs.

Go to www.vailmountainproperties.com for access to the Vail MLS and all Vail Valley Real Estate listings.

Don’t hesitate to call Gil Fancher today at (970) 390-7469, for excellent service and information on Vail Real Estate!

There is good news for people who own second homes, refinancing second homes and rental property has also become a priority of the efforts to turn the housing market around.  Where previously second homes and rental properties had been excluded from the refinancing package being passed by the new administration, last week that changed.  An article by Kenneth R. Harney at Realty Times stated that “Small-scale real estate investors got a pleasant surprise last week when Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac said they’d refinance potentially thousands of mortgages on rental and second homes as part of the Obama administration’s massive housing relief effort.”  This is great news considering that refinancing was going to focus on principal residences only prior to the announcement last week.  If your mortgage is held with Fannie or Freddie then this refinancing is potentially available to you.  If your payments have been on time you are eligible.  Looking into refinancing your second home or rental property just might be worth it and could potentially put some money back in your pocket.

Now is a great time to purchase investment property in the Vail Valley.  Vail real estate prices have dropped significantly and even those properties that don’t appear to have dropped in price are willing to look at offers well below their listed price.  If you are considering purchasing property in the Vail Valley there couldn’t be a better tim.  Contact Gil Fancher today, (970) 390-7469, for an extensive look at what is out there and what might give you the best value for you dollar.

An article in today’s Vail Daily was a bit of a boost for Vail.  In comparing ski towns’ sales tax revenue for the month of December, Vail was down the least percentage in sales tax figures.  Vail was down 6.5 percent compared with 5 other ski towns in Colorado.  The worst was Aspen whose figures are down 19.2 percent.  Vail has a few things going for it that are helping it through these tough times.  It has a close proximity to Denver which makes it easy to get to for both Denver residents and visitors to the State of Colorado.  The Epic Pass has made it much more affordable to ski at Vail and Beaver Creek as well and has kept the number of skier visits at a higher level than other ski resorts.  Vail is a world class ski resort which, while it has seen better days, is holding tight during tough times. The 6.5 percent decline in sales tax revenues is not nearly as bad as other areas of the country and, let’s face it, anything under a double digit decrease is impressive in today’s market.

Interested in Buying Vail Valley Real Estate?

Go to www.vailmountainproperties.com for access to the Vail MLS and all Vail Valley Real Estate listings.

Don’t hesitate to call Gil Fancher today at (970) 390-7469, for excellent service and information on Vail Real Estate!

The Social Memberships are sold out and there are only 10 Full Vail Mountain Club Memberships left, act now and one could be yours!  With each membership 2 lifetime ski passes are included.  The club will give its members parking and the best ski-in, ski-out access that Vail has to offer. Full Memberships are $275,000 and the club will be opening in November.  Remember, you can’t ski out of a mutual fund!

If you are interested in purchasing a Full Vail Mountain Club membership call Gil Fancher at (970) 390-7469.  Gil Fancher can fill you in on all of the details of the Membership and help you fulfill your dream.  Gil Fancher is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to Vail Valley Real Estate.  Now you can live anywhere in the Vail Valley and have ski-in/ski-out access.  Call Gil today to realize your dream.

Oktoberfest in the Vail Valley is hitting its grand finale this weekend in the Vail Village.  Oktoberfest takes place in September every year, kicking off in Beaver Creek over Labor Day weekend.  Following Beaver Creek is a weekend of Oktoberfest in Lionshead, all festivities wrapping up with a final Oktoberfest celebration in Vail Village.  Oktoberfest  in Vail Village will begin friday, September 12, at 5 p.m. and will end Sunday at about the same time.  Oktoberfest is a great opportunity to drink great German beer, eat brats and other delicacies and socialize with friends new and old.  If you are looking to enjoy a little Fall weather in Vail come check out Oktoberfest this weekend.

Vail Village is a wonderful place to enjoy fresh air and mountain life.  If you have been thinking of relocating to Vail or buying a second home in Vail look no further.  For the best advice on Vail Real Estate contact Gil Fancher at (970) 390-7469.  Gil Fancher is a broker with Sonnenalp Real Estate, an Affiliate of Christies Great Estates.  Gil has access to all real estate currently available in Vail and has the knowledge to make your decision an informed one.  For the best in Vail Valley real estate call Gil Fancher today.

This winter skiing Vail is more affordable than it has been in years.  For $579 skiers can buy an Epic Pass, an unrestricted season pass that allows a skier to ski Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge and Keystone in Colorado as well as Heavenly in California.  The Epic Pass is a deal for those who love to ski, ski the country’s best mountains, and ski often.  For those who own real estate in Vail the 2008/2009 ski season will be abundant.  If you used to buy tickets, this year you can afford a pass.  Now when you feel like going up on the mountain for just a couple of runs you don’t have to feel guilty.

The Epic Pass is an attraction to living in Vail.  If you are looking for a second home in Vail look no further.  Call Gil Fancher today, (970) 390-7469, for a look at all available real estate in Vail.  Gil Fancher is a broker with Sonnenalp Real Estate, an Affiliate with Christies Great Estates.  Gil has extensive experience and knowledge with the Vail real estate market and can help find you the ski home you have been searching for.